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January 2026 edition of Mplify's monthly member newsletter ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­    ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­  

| View in browser January 2026 Issue Dear Mplify Member,   January marks an important inflection point for Mplify and for the broader connectivity ecosystem.   As AI-driven services scale, predictable performance, interoperability, and transparency across increasingly complex, multi-domain environments are no longer optional—they are foundational. This month, Mplify is addressing that shift with the evolution of our Carrier Ethernet Certification program, extending the industry’s most widely adopted Ethernet benchmark through Carrier Ethernet for Business and the upcoming Carrier Ethernet for AI, supporting both established enterprise connectivity and emerging AI and agentic AI workloads.   Insight from GNE 2025 reinforce why this evolution matters: as AI systems become more persistent, distributed, and autonomous, the network has emerged as both the critical constraint and strategic enabler of AI at scale. SIGNAL BOOST   Quick hits on the news, milestones, and developments you need to know. Carrier Ethernet Certification Evolves for Business and AI Mplify has launched its evolved Carrier Ethernet Certification program, providing a seamless transition for MEF 3.0 certified members while expanding independent validation for performance-assured business connectivity and AI-ready transport. Read the announcement →   MARKET INSIGHTS Industry intelligence and market context for members.  The Network is the Foundation for the Agentic AI Era The industry is moving beyond traditional machine learning and generative AI toward agentic AI, where persistent systems of AI agents operate continuously across cloud, edge, and global infrastructures. This shift fundamentally changes network requirements. AI is no longer a series of isolated transactions; it is a distributed, always-on system that demands deterministic, programmable, and federated connectivity across providers.   Insights from GNE 2025 reinforce a clear signal: as investment in GPUs and data centers accelerates, connectivity has emerged as both the primary bottleneck and the greatest strategic opportunity. Supporting agentic AI at scale requires transport technologies such as wavelengths and Carrier Ethernet working together within a Network-as-a-Service (NaaS) model, delivering assured performance, automation, and interoperability across the global digital ecosystem.   LEARN MORE NaaS for AI: The Roadmap That Will Redefine Global Connectivity — Market signals shaping AI-ready networking strategies. Market Snapshot: Where is the NaaS Ecosystem Heading? — Industry analyst perspective on AI traffic growth and network performance constraints. NaaS for Agentic AI Market Brief – Defining the NaaS for AI model supporting agentic AI at scale. The Agentic AI Era – NaaS is the Infrastructure for AI  ON THE HORIZON  Ways to collaborate, shape and get involved.  Mplify Annual Meeting – 25 February Mplify leadership will share perspectives and address key priorities during Mplify’s 2026 Annual Members Meeting, taking place virtually on 25 February at 10:00 AM ET / New York (UTC−5).   This 60-minute session provides an opportunity to stay informed on Mplify’s industry progress, hear key updates, and gain insight into the organization’s strategic direction for the year ahead. Learn more and register → Missed a GNE 2025 Session? Reminder that you can access on-demand presentation recordings and downloadable PDFs from GNE 2025, all in one place. Revisit key insights, technical deep dives, and executive perspectives shared live during the event. Presentation recordings & PDFs →   Plus: Explore our YouTube playlist featuring 20+ industry experts and executives sharing real-world insights recorded live at GNE. View this GNE video playlist → MEMBERS IN ACTION  Shining a light on the people and companies driving innovation in our ecosystem.  Member Workdays in London this Week The first Mplify Member Workdays of 2026 brought members together for two days of focused collaboration to advance active committee projects across a broad set of NaaS-oriented topics.   Participation spanned member leadership, project leaders, and subject matter experts across commercial, product, and technical functions, with contributors collaborating both in person in London and virtually. These sessions provided a valuable opportunity to influence the direction and pace of Mplify work, stay aligned with fast-moving industry trends in the AI era, and strengthen connections across the community.   Thank you to everyone who contributed their time, expertise, and energy to move the work forward this week. UPCOMING EVENTS  Interested in attending or meeting with Mplify? Contact us at coordinator@mplify.net. 10–12 February \|  Capacity Middle East  Meet with Mplify at Capacity Middle East 2026 in Dubai. Mplify's Chief Product Officer, Daniel Bar-Lev, will be leading a panel 11 February on "How are we accelerating network automation and standardising APIs?"  23–25 February \|  Metro Connect USA Meet with Mplify at Metro Connect USA in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Schedule a conversation to discuss how LSO APIs, certification, and automation are transforming how providers scale. QUICK TAKE \| What should Mplify prioritize most in 2026 ? Click an answer below — your response is recorded instantly. Thank you for participating! Certification programs Member tools & engagement Market insight & thought leadership Events & collaboration MEMBER RESOURCES Welcome to two of our newest Members... Certification Registry: The registry for services and technologies details Mplify’s latest certifications. Mplify Brand Center: The place to find Mplify-branded assets for members. Please be sure you’ve updated from MEF to Mplify. Mplify Blog: Demonstrate your thought leadership by contributing to Mplify's blog – here's how. Questions about your membership or how to get involved? Contact Robyn Brammer at members@mplify.net. Connecting the Ecosystem. Shaping the Future. Mplify Alliance  12130 Millennium Dr, Suite 300,    Los Angeles, CA 90094, USA +1 310-642-2800 Unsubscribe \| Manage Preferences Copyright © 2026 Mplify Alliance. All rights reserved. |
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